Work Habits (WH)

The OSP also includes a section on work habits, since it is important for everyone in the work force to have good work habits as well as the appropriate skills. Please note that there are no skill levels associated with the OSP Work Habits.

See the
links between the OSP work habits and the Learning Skills and Work Habits from Growing Success.

The work habits included in the OSP are listed below:

Working Safely

Working in a manner that prevents injury to self and others

Reporting unsafe conditions

Participating in health and safety training, as required

Using and wearing all required protective equipment and devices

Teamwork

Working willingly with others

Showing respect for the ideas and opinions of others

Taking responsibility for his or her share of the work

Contributing to the team effort by sharing information, resources, and expertise

Reliability

Being punctual

Following directions

Giving attention to detail

Using time effectively and producing work on time

Acting in accordance with health and safety practices

Organization

Organizing work priorities when faced with a number of tasks

Devising and following a coherent plan to complete a task

Revising the plan when necessary to complete a task or to make improvements